Where do we start with this establishment? I've been coming here for about 15yrs..I was in my mid 20's when I was introduced to Cindy & Alex. When I first started coming here, they were very nice. They use to put a lot of effort into their work, The passion was there. However, over the years the quality of service has gotten worst with each passing year. First of all the shop is "Matchbox" size and can hold about 20 people including workers, you would think all the millions she's made there over the years she would have upgraded her space, cause the prices surely have inflated over the years. I use to spend $125 bi-weekly for a full set, pedi, eyebrows and lashes! Now the prices aren't even posted, YOU PAY WHAT THEY SAY! The gel selection is POOR & LIMITED, the "By appt" techs are sloppy and money hungry(Randy cut me twice) Did you know you can get an infection from being cut while being rushed out the chair for the NEXT PAYING CUSTOMER!?? ...But that's the shop as a collective and for the water down gel you slinging, y'all should be a bit nicer(In your profession & manners) There's no amount of wall paper or air freshener that will cover up this scam of a business. Cindy and Alex were a staple in the community, however they are TOO comfortable with mediocrity for me! I'm gonna take my coin downtown for a RUSSIAN manicure, where they cut your cuticles because it's part of the service. Don't EVER think you getting your cuticles cut(UNLESS ITS A PEDICURE) or a massage here!! NOPE! They would NEVER!!! Dishwashing liquid for bubbles, wild cuticles and stomped on GEL... this is not the 80's!! We want our gel PURE.. lol If this was 2001, I would probably recommended this business, but it's 2023..and I wouldn't refer them to my worst enemy! Customer service is key in any thriving business. Avenue Nails on Lexington Ave is lacking in that department. Invest in some NEW GEL ALREADY! Invest in a spot that can hold all 50 of us when you in there being careless and rude! That's the least you could do after all these years. You gonna lose all of your good paying customers soon enough Ms..waited 20yrs to put a credit card machine in the place cause you wanted to avoid taxes!! We're sick of your BAD SERVICE...and I'm so grateful for places like Yelp & TikTok where customers can let others know where NOT to spend our hard earned coin. 0 STARS for me! All good things must come to an end and this is the end for me! FYI.. Top Nails right across the street has plenty of room, a larger gel selection and they cut and massage & it's spotless! Go figure!!!! read more

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2nd UPDATE - Aug:: Totally forgot review/left it alone. But a month later the owner left me a very rude message saying that I should blame myself. Though I didn't see them thoroughly clean or sanitize anything between customers they simultaneously worked on in that dirty salon. She didn't even apologize for the bad customer service, the state of the place, the length of time it took for basic full set or overcharging for basic services they didn't correctly do. Not deleting this review now. Dear owner, deleted your message and blocked you... good luck sis, stay blessed. UPDATE:: took off my nail and got a freaking fungus infection..... don't go to this dirty salon!!!!!!!!!! First off. It took two hours to get my nails done today. Walked in at 10:30 walked out at 12:30!!!??? Ridiculous. At first told the wait was 15 minutes. But then they take other clients while they do your nails. The place isn't that clean and they charge for dumb things. I paid $10 for nail removal when they did nothing but soak them and I took them off myself. So I basically walked out paying almost $50 for very basic full set acrylics. To add to it the process was so long even after I explained I'll leave with a half job so I could make it to my plane on time. read more

I am not to sure how this salon has good reviews. I came here on a Saturday afternoon from the moment I got off the train, I saw a huge crowd of females standing in front of the salon conjugating. As a business owner I personally would not like a bunch of loud females hanging out in front of my store front like this is the park. The salon is the size of a closet. You are literally sitting on top of one another. I waited about 20 minutes until I got my nails started on. I asked my technician to do ombre has the technician next to us was doing. Which was coming out bomb on his clients nails. Before I get into my nails. I want to add that the entire time a female was yelling at one of the other technicians because she was waiting for her to do her lashes( which she was doing right next to me, not even in a private room) so the environment is ghetto to say the least. Now my nails did not come out how I wanted them to or how the other tech did it. I received a lot of compliments but if you looked up close you can see the terrible application. Within my two weeks I had 2 nails completely off and my nails are clumply. See for yourself but for $70 I couldn't gotten a general gel manicure in Manhattan and been Just this week I've had 3 nails fallen completely off read more

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Came on a whim, and definitely worth it! Called beforehand for a reservation, Cindy was so accommodating with my 1 hr ETA. Greeted by friendly staff and was immediately seated by Michael. Michael pays close attention to your requests and detail. Asked for an acrylic nude almond shape with holographic ombré. So gorgeous! Definitely coming back! read more

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This is my go too nail place now after I had a not so great experience somewhere else! My man Andy is the man that can! He makes me happy and my nails always look amazing. I get the gel colours and they last so long. Last time because I have been busy I waited longer than 3 weeks and the colour was still intact! When I first started going there, the fresh set of nails that I got only one week before started cracking and breaking one by one. Andy fixes them all and reassured me (as I was freaking out a bit! Lol). He said they would be perfect now.... and guess what they are. My nails are STRONG & PRETTY! I love them every time! I will definitely be coming back and the owners are great and funny. I love the atmosphere, very friendly and nice. P.S They should have *5 stars! Don't listen to any negative reviews. read more

Avenue Nails - My new manicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

I recently moved out to NYC from LI and I normally get my nails done out on the island, but that has now changed thanks to this place! I decided on Avenue Nails after researching so many other places that were too overpriced or their reviews were subpar. I was greeted right away and I had about a ~10-15 wait (which is not bad at all since I went around 5pm). Alex did my nails and he was very friendly and helpful! Other reviews are right, the place is very small and it does seem to get packed quickly. Though from my very first impression, they seem to have very loyal customers (which is always a good sign for someone like me who is trying out a new spot). Long story short, I will definitely be coming back to this place! read more

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This place has completely gone down hill I'm standing here now and the owner refused to do my nails because the last time I was here he did a poor job on my nails. I even gave him a tip with his awful paint job yet he complained, complained, complained, complained and even offered to give me my tip back after I told him clearly I don't have a problem with his service if I gave him a tip. This man is disgusting and so is this shop I'm never coming back. I hope this nasty place gets shut down. They should be ashamed of themselves trying to embarrass and humiliate their customers. These people will talk about you in another language and they don't have a positive attitude they're very disrespectful and negative in this shop and they gossip about their customers. They're petty, and when they do bad work they get mad at you for not liking it. These people should be ashamed loosing good business I've given them for over 5 years. More people will continue to find better places to do the same thing these people can do, but better. I hope they're glad with the stunt they pulled today. I hope it made sense for them, and when they eventually close shop they remember how they treated me and all the other customers they've been loosing. There's other places who can do the same thing better in the neighborhood go to anyone else. read more

It was a very small place with a standard service. I'm very picky when it come to nails and I got an acrylic with gel (they charged an extra $5 to do coffin nails) which added my total to $40. The guy didn't clean my cuticles or anything just focused on the nails. So I'm a bit weary to go back. The overall result of the nails themselves was fine. Price was...okay. The UV gel light needs to be cleaned. But the guy was nice. So my search for a staple nail salon to be loyal to continues... read more

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This review is based solely on my daughters nails and tech. So I took my daughter in last minute today and this place was crowded to say the least. Anywho - we waited and one of the men did her nails (I didn't get his name) it wasn't randy but the other man (I believe he's the owner). Her nails came out so good I was surprised honestly. Exactly what she asked for. Now on to the pedicure seats and feet part; they looked so dirty like I was disgusted. Then there were girls there getting their feet done and the the techs didn't use a plastic to line the sink for the feet (that's what I'm used to for hygienic reasons and to prevent infections). I wouldn't recommend getting pedicures here but the gel full set is a good deal here. read more

Avenue Nails - My daughter loves her natural coffin shaped gel nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

The shop was pretty packed, but accommodated me when I called 30 minutes prior. I requested Randy and he was available. Any concerns I had were readily addressed. The staff was very nice and Randy did an AMAZING job! Will be coming back for a fill! read more

Walked into a really small nail salon located right outside the 6 train on 110 st. I was immediately welcomed by the staff, even though everyone was busy with a client. I waited like 5 min and got an ombre full set acrylic with neon green done by LiLi. I AM SO HAPPY! She helped me choose the right colors and perfectly knew what she was doing during the whole process. My nails have never looked so good. Thank you LiLi! read more

Avenue Nails - $55 Full set neon green acrylic with sparkle ombre by LiLi ! - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

Just moved to the area and I've been struggling to find a nail salon that's affordable and does quality work. Thank goodness for yelp bc after weeks of searching I can across avenue nail salons page and saw all the wonderful reviews and had to give them a chance. I walked in with no appointment and was told there would be a bit of a wait as expected but I was served quickly after that. My nails were shaped and filed just the way I asked and they have a lot of gel nail colors to choose from no complaints will defiantly be going back! Prices are way cheaper then any where near by you can't beat 28 dollars for an acrylic fill with gel polish in this area ! read more

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Poor customer service, not friendly at all. Pushy with wearing masks.. Short on staff as well.

I asked for coffin and he only could do square. Waste of money and time. Small dingy place and the old lady there keeps pressuring for other services. AVOID also acrylics are 30 not 25 as they advertise.. read more

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Don't be fooled by this tiny hole in the wall nail shop. I recently moved to Harlem and am super super picky with my Nails but decided to give this little shop a chance... and it was the best thing I did! Randy was so amazing and completely gave me everything I wanted and more. So happy I found my new nails place! read more

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I absolutely love my nails & Cindy was amazing! The atmosphere is very sweet and the staff always makes sure you leave happy! I will definitely be coming back read more

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I love this nail salon so muchhh. I went and got a full set for $45 literally the cheapest I've ever done my nails for cause these nail techs be tryin to take your money for shi**y nails, that don't even last. That's beside the point though I love my nails I love the price I love the service I love it all read more

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This place is great! Extremely great price, and good quality. I have tips and got the dip gel, and a whole month later and every nail is still intact and looking great. My new go to nails spot. The one thing that brings it down a star is the cleanliness of the place. It's a little grimey, but I did see them properly sanitizing their tools. Not stopping me from coming back! read more

Avenue Nails - You know the quality is good when your nails are still intact a month later! Going back soon :) - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

Been a loyal customer for over a year now and i NEVER leave dissatisfied or disappointed! It's an unassuming little nail salon but they always deliver fire ! I always go to Michael and he always finesse's my nails !! Keeping me looking bomb. Prices are great and they work with you and have so many different fun acrylic options if you like crazy nails like me ! i recommend literally everyoneeeee to come here ( attached some nailfies of Michael's work ) .. also they do THE best pedicures .. ( ask about spa pedicure ) read more

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The Best Nail Techs in East Harlem! I've been a customer for many many YEARS! Everyone is great, but Randy is my absolute fav! read more

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If you are looking for nail art or a spa experience this is not the place to go. If you are looking for impeccable, natural looking, long lasting gel manicures this is your spot. There technicians are thorough and can resurrect any nail calamity and have you walking out with beautiful hands and feet. Mind you, the nail salon is shabby and tiny. But, the folks who work there are talented and friendly. Regular pedicure and gel manicure $35 has lasted two and a half weeks without chipping. The color options for gel are huge but the regular nail polish collection is pretty sparse. So you might want to bring your own colors. They do facial waxing. There is no separate room, so get ready to be on display. The technician clarified that they do not do bikini waxing. Lol. That would be a sight to behold. :) read more

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I love this place! My nails are always done just the way I like and I'm always charged a fair/ decent price. Whether I'm doing something simple or extravagant I'm always satisfied. Although the place is on the small side it's packed with big personality. Everyone there is so nice and even if they're busy I never feel rushed. I go to Micheal for my nails and he always knows what I like and always has great ideas. Cindy is the sweetest and when I come for my lashes, eyebrows, nail and toes she always gives my a good price. The environment is so fun the workers and the customers have a good time lots of laughs. You almost become like family. I will forever come to this place because they even know my kids. They treat my daughter so well even if she's just tagging along Alex always offer her snacks while she wait. I would recommend anyone to come here. read more

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Small Place but they do awesome nails. I was skeptical at first because I haven't warn tips in a very long time. I knew nothing about SNS Powder until my daughter put me on. I tried it here first and I have t been disappointed yet!!! read more

I want to start by saying I've only been here twice. Both nice experiences. The workers are very nice My first time, I went for a gel manicure. I was worried my nails were going to come out weird because they were so short, and they came out looking very nice! It was a nice surprise. Neat even job, clean, and youthful looking. 4.5 stars for that visit. The second time, I went for another gel manicure with good expectations. I was let down :\ My left hand is decent with some residue around the cuticles & an uneven job, and my right hand is even more uneven with polish missing on some of the nails. If I keep them this way, they'll look dumb as the nails/polish grow out. I didn't notice till I walked out & got the train. I'm really upset :\ I guess I was just happy they were done since my nails had started to chip/become weak. In my last review, I said I would go back to ask them to fix it. I never did because sadly my nails started to break apart after a few days, which is related to the nail job, but since it didn't look this way I thought it wasn't worth it to go back & explain this to them. I'm going to go back a third time next week, and update this review. Hopefully third time's a charm... I also forgot to mention that the first time I did gel manicure, a woman did it. The second time, a man did it. Not to sound sexist, but I think this made a difference. I've found that male nail technicians don't pay attention to details the same way female technicians do. So I'll be asking for the woman to do it next time. read more

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Love to come here and do my nails Randy and the staff are very professional and very friendly

I found this place on Yelp while looking for a nail salon nearby that does full set. I went to Michael and he did a great job. The salon gets packed quick since its a small salon so I recommend scheduling an appointment. The prices are cheap so I would definitely be back! read more

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Loveeee this place. A bit small but they are great at what they do. Hard working sweet people. Obsessed with my new nails. I even got my lashes done. Beautiful work by Cindy. Def my go to spot now. read more

Avenue Nails - Cindy did my tips and Susan did my toes! They are so so sweet. Def going to be my go to place now. - Nail Salons Near Me - New York, New York

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The services they provide have fell off/ For the money that you're paying I would say to find a better technician read more

I came here for a gel manicure and pedicure and I must say I will be back. $23 for a gel manicure and $18 for a pedicure. Cindy did my nails and did such a great job, I'm so happy. read more

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My girl did a great job with my nails I thought she shaped them well and the color looks great. The salon itself was very small and busy but I walked in and didn't have to wait too long to begin my service. read more

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Love my nails! Always leave AVENUE NAILS SATISFIED with my guy Randy.. been coming to here for over 10+ years Owners and the employees are really cool and makes you feel comfortable.. definitely Recommend anyone if you want PROFESSIONAL and QUALITY work #AVENUENAILS4SURE read more

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Don't waste your time here. The service is completely unprofessional. Can't even rely on this establishment to make an appointment reservation because they "forget" about it the day of and don't even apologize for forgetting your own appointment that you made in advance nor do they try and accommodate you for the inconveniences. Service prices don't match that of what is written on their wall so they'll overcharge you for a pedicure/manicure depending on their mood. Not worth it. read more

Excellent service !! I came in to do a gel dip with an added tip and the results were amazing. They look really natural and their isn't any glue residue. Also pricing is great !! read more

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Did my nails nicely and let me wash my hands but has no ventilation for the air to go through but open the door but that's not sanitary and place with the little dirty. read more

Let me start by how I love this nail salon!! they take care of your nails and you always come out with a fresh new set. prices are a little steep(cause These ain't no basic nails lol ) but they are definitely worth it .everyone work in this tiny shop is the bomb.com only . I started coming to This salon 2 years ago. I went for a acrylic ombré set and fell in love. Mike (who sits next the window) greeted me and prepared to do my nails. I stated to him that I was unhappy with all other works by previous nails salons,I tried acrylic nails one time before and it was bulky and basic.. I left that nail salon. And then BOOM... he gave me the nails I always wanted. Stiletto shape and coffin. Filed and buffed into perfection. Every nail carefully crafted..Mike always have fresh new Designs ..colors and styles to die for. Mike always has a unquie idea that he wants to display on ya nails. I'm a. Tuff cookie but I always leave satisfied . Pay $60 for a full ombré set. And I had a couple stone and foil my 1st ever time . I will not go to any other salon for my nails. They are so worth it. Get there early it gets crowed fast. Always call salon , or get your nail tech phone number so yu can schedule your appointment in advance. They also slay lashes (ms Cindy , ms Erica) read more

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This is a very small place easy to go unrecognized. But it's no doubt one of the best nail salons I've been to. Michael's been doing my acrylic sets for a few months now and I love him. I get my pedicures done here as well by a lady who I found out is Michael's mom (don't know her name). But if you're looking for a nice full set stop by and go to Michael he's the best !! read more

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Damn shordy (Michael) did it again and finessed my nails. I went in for a fill and opted for a glitter on top of the ombré I had and it came out so cute. My sister went with a neon green ombré and she never likes getting her nails done and she was actually happy for once and was so glad I dragged her with me. Definitely make an appoint ahead of time so you don't have to wait around because it's gem and it gets packed. read more

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An establishmebt that I frequent really disappointed me today. I will NEVER spend my there again. I have been going to this nail shop for about 6+ years and whas referred by a good friend. Today the owner tried me and she quickly realized that I wasnt for her shit... The employees there are rude and disrespectful, they don't appreciate their customers and they can really use a lesson in customer service! Just know I've made a claim with the BBB and the NYS Dept of Licensing Services.... read more

I actually saw this place randomly when I went to pick up a package and I decide to get my nails done here and to be honest I would keep coming back. I've been back several times and the service has always been great! read more

my nails are always done remarkably well and last remarkably long. i've been coming here for six months -- literally commuting more than thirty mins from the upper west side to get here -- and i'll keep going for the quality you get for the price. read more